Celery Logs with Sunflower Turmeric Pate

Turmeric is a natural, anti-inflammatory spice. It is known to detoxify the liver, promote cancer cell apoptosis, assist in fat metabolism and act as a natural painkiller. Traditionally, it is used in cooked Indian recipes, but it can be used in raw cuisine as well: Think soups, pates, dressings, sauces, or crackers. Oh, yes, I almost forgot: These celery logs also TASTE GREAT! 

Ingredients:

• 1 cup sunflower seeds, soaked for a few hours, rinsed and drained
• ½ cup sundried tomatoes, soaked for 30 min
• 1 garlic clove, finely chopped
• ½ tsp. ground turmeric
• ¼ tsp. Celtic sea salt, or to taste
• 1/3 cup or more of water from soaking the sundried tomatoes
• carrots for garnish (optional)
• 4 to 6 celery sticks

Drain the sundried tomatoes, reserving the water remaining from soaking. Place all the ingredients, except celery and carrots, in a food processor. Blend until you reach the desired consistency, occasionally scraping the sides of the food processor. Add soaking water as necessary. Cut celery sticks into “logs” about 2 inches long, peel off the long fibers, and fill the logs with pate. Serve as is, or garnish with narrow carrot strips, if desired.

Please Note: Preparation time is 10 minutes plus soaking time.

Ingredients: sundried tomato, sunflower seeds, garlic, turmeric, celery, carrot

Recipe Type: Main Course, Snack